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- Chili noodles Chicken and Vegetables - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2008 from jaffar aashikIngredients * 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half (about 1 pound total) * 1 large zucchini * 1 large yellow squash * 2 portobello mushrooms * 2 red bell peppers * 1 fennel bulb * 2 heads of endive * 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine * 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped fine * 1/2 cup ...
Views: 706 - English Independence Day BBQ Cooking - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2008 from Paul YatesIt all started over two hundred years ago with oppression and taxation by the British crown and ended up with a war. I am not sure why the American nation chooses to celebrate its separation from the British on July 4th but as a barbecue enthusiast I can really see the benefits. Being a native ...
Views: 1015 - Summer Cooking Classes At Lake Side Cafe - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2008 from eric huangLake Side Cafe has lined up an exciting summer series of vegetarian cooking classes for the Roger’s Park community and beyond. With the growing trend of organic, healthy eating, we are seeing in shops and restaurants, this series will be a fun way for cooks of all levels to learn how to make ...
Views: 956 - Keep Your Wine Properly Chilled With The Compact NewAir AW-211ED Wine Cooler - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2008 from Jeanie WongMost people know two facts about wine: that certain wines must be aged to achieve peak quality and that wine must be stored at the correct manner in order to maintain and fully enjoy its aroma and bouquet. However, few can actually understand the science behind wine aging and thus underestimate ...
Views: 1370 - Wine FAQ - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2008 from Vadim BndrWhen it comes to wine, the more you know, the more you can enjoy. To some, wine is just fancy grape juice, but to other’s wine can be so complex that the more you know, the more you can appreciate. This is why connoisseurs of wine take everything regarding wine very seriously. If you ...
Views: 831 - Buttercream Cake Designs - by Submitted on May 29, 2008 from Donna PickensCreating beautiful and mouth-watering cakes is not as scary as it might seem. A variety of resources are available to guide you through your cake creating experience—books, websites, online videos and classes are just a few ways that you can learn how to decorate cakes. This guide covers the ...
Views: 3192 - 4 Tips For Planning Your BBQ Party - by Submitted on May 25, 2008 from Paul YatesPlanning a BBQ party can be hard work and sometimes you’ll be wondering why what seemed like a great idea last weekend when you were full of enthusiasm now appears to be a bit of a chore. Remember the definition of character. Character is what’s left after the enthusiasm for a ...
Views: 1351 - How To Barbecue An Egg - by Submitted on May 24, 2008 from Paul YatesWorking out how to barbecue an egg has become a bit of a family conundrum for me and this is why:- It all started one drunken afternoon way back in the 1970’s when my Uncle Harold bought a new oven for his ultra modern kitchen. Of course, me being a very young lad was completely oblivious ...
Views: 1178 - Melitta Coffee Makers Offers You More For Less! - by Submitted on May 19, 2008 from Yogi ShindeConsider the Melitta Mill and Brew MEMB1B model. The feature list simply goes on and on and all for less than $ 70 usd. Let me list down some of the finer details of what a Melitta Mill and Brew coffee maker model MEMB1B has to offers its users. The model comes equipped with a high quality ...
Views: 1005 - Mastering The Challenges Of Chocolate Candy Making - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2008 from Korbin NewlynThe art of chocolate candy making has been employed for many years to entice those people who love sweets. An individual has the ability to make perfect chocolate candy if they only give it a try. Sometimes, however, problems can come up that can affect even the most experienced candy maker. A ...
Views: 1448 - Kamado BBQ Smoker Lies - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2008 from Paul YatesOver Christmas I bought a Big Green Egg. I read all the marketing blurb in the brochure and it captured my imagination, I’ve already written about how good it is and published some kamado barbecue recipes but I was still intrigued to find out more about the origins of such a versatile ...
Views: 4011 - Choosing A Good Indian Restaurant - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from James CoxTikkas, tandoories, mouth-watering curries and delicious rotis make Indian cuisine the sought after food worldwide. Indian cooking comprises a unique blend of ingredients, exotic herbs and spices that have given Indian food a significant place in world cuisine. It’s easy to find local ...
Views: 855 - What To Expect When Planning With A Catering Event Coordinator - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from Anthony LambatosWhenever an important event is approaching, it's a relief to work with an event coordinator that has catering experience so they can help you plan (and realize) every culinary detail you've envisioned. So what should you expect when working with an experienced event planner? Expert ...
Views: 1087 - Marinated Cheese Buttons - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from David JonesI tablespoon red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons chicken stock 1 teaspoon canola oil I teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil or thyme I teaspoon coarse mustard freshly ground black pepper, to taste ½ cup nonfat yogurt cheese 6 slices French bread, halved In a 9 inch glass pie ...
Views: 937 - Warning - Eating this chocolate will better your health! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2008 from Remy NaWho doesn’t love chocolate? Well there are some but for the majority of us with a sweet tooth we just can’t resist that second, third (is there any need to go on?) bar of that lovely, creamy, succulent chocolate. The chances of feeling guilty after eating those lovely bars of ...
Views: 925 - Wine Storage Facility Units Supply An Environment That Is Controlled and Secure - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2008 from Korbin NewlynAs every years passes, an increasing number of people are finding out about the melding of science and art that goes into wine making. They are enjoying the hobby of collecting fine wines and traveling to wineries for winery tours that include tasting rooms to enjoy sampling the various wines. ...
Views: 1045 - Flavors of Norway -- Syttende Mai - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2008 from Henry VerdenAsk most people what the biggest day on the Norwegian calendar is and they would probably say the first day of the ice fishing season. If you're in that group (come on, be honest) you may be shocked and surprised to find out you're WRONG...close...but WRONG! If you live in Dane, Rock, or Green ...
Views: 2652 - Gourmet Coffee, My Everyday, What's Yours? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2008 from KC WongWell, I drink coffee everyday. Before work, during work and after work. Lots of friends tell me this is no good, yeah... I know, I understand, but I really can't resist the incredible taste of coffee. Where does this amazing small black pee from? Some intro and history here... On the rising ...
Views: 875 - Custom Wine Cellars - An Essential Tool For Serious Collectors - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Korbin NewlynThe hobby of collecting wine is growing ever more popular with the passage of time. As people travel to regions of the world that are renowned for their wineries, they love the tasting room wines and very often go back home with extraordinary bottles in tow. These wines can be fantastic ...
Views: 765 - The Evolution Of Pizza - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Anureet SinghTrying to trace the history of the first pizza is a surprisingly controversial subject. Some claim that this popular food is based on early unleavened breads served in the early centuries in Rome. Others trace a connection from modern pizza back to the pita breads of Greece. It's fairly well ...
Views: 812 - 3 Non-Traditional Ways To Prepare Your Holiday Turkey - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2008 from ParamS SinghDeep-Fryed Turkey 3 gallons peanut oil for frying, or as needed 1 (12 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed 1/4 cup Creole seasoning 1 white onion In a large stockpot or turkey fryer, heat oil to 400 degrees F. Be sure to leave room for the turkey, or the oil will spill over. ...
Views: 1023 - Easing Coughs Naturally - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Jitender SharmaWhether it be the dead of winter or the high life of summer, colds and allergies seem to pop up out of nowhere and “catch” us completely off guard. Hand-in-hand with these seasonal terrors come the dreaded cough and there are two ways you can fight cold's comrade-in-arms----- with either over ...
Views: 1032 - Shaping Up Holiday Side Dishes - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Jitender Sharma(ARA) - If dinner rolls and bread are usually guests at your holiday table, you can save a step and impress your guests by substituting savory stuffing loaves, muffins or balls. Molded stuffing is a tempting two-in-one side dish that is easy, too, since convenient packaged stuffing mix is the ...
Views: 1202 - Italian Cuisine: A Trip To The Island Of Sardinia - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Nirmal KumarThe island of Sardinia perhaps most quickly conjures up the idea of sardines. A small island off of the western coast of Italy, it certainly incorporates seafood in too much of its regional cuisine. However, Sardinia has such a rich and various history that it bears little resemblance to the ...
Views: 960 - Easy Summer Salads, Lighter Foods For A Brighter Summer - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Gaurav WaliaEasy summer salads are the way to go, now that the winter blues are fading into the distance and salad days are here. The best salads are light, bright and easy to prepare. After all who wants to spend hours slaving away in the kitchen when friends are round for lunch, the garden is in bloom ...
Views: 870 - Eating Wild Plants - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from DIYA soodThere are a number of reasons you might want to use wild plants as food. Wild plants have some unique flavors that can be among your enjoyed favorites. Watercress with something sweet such as pancake syrup in a peanut butter sandwich is one I particularly enjoy. Dandelion greens pesto mixed ...
Views: 1274 - Spanish Food: How To Make The Perfect Paella - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Gaurav WaliaLooking for a traditional Spanish recipe? Without doubt, the best-known is going to be the prodigious paella ... that tasty, adaptable, gregarious dish famed throughout Spain and the World. And, what an impressive choice of recipes exist for a pleasurable paella: seafood, chicken, rabbit ...
Views: 920 - Spanish Food: How To Make The Perfect Paella - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Gaurav WaliaLooking for a traditional Spanish recipe? Without doubt, the best-known is going to be the prodigious paella ... that tasty, adaptable, gregarious dish famed throughout Spain and the World. And, what an impressive choice of recipes exist for a pleasurable paella: seafood, chicken, rabbit ...
Views: 911 - Plan The Perfect Wedding Shower - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Bhavna Sharma(ARA) - A wedding shower should be fun for everyone involved: the bride, the guests, and even the hostess. A little advance planning ensures that happens. First, a bit of etiquette: the shower is usually hosted by the maid or matron of honor, or a close family friend. The guest list should ...
Views: 1160 - Veganism: Not As Intimidating As You Thought - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from santosh kumarTo some people, the phrase "Vegan Cuisine" sounds like an oxymoron. To others, it sounds like the road of a hardcore food nutritionist. "Scary," was the word used by my roommate when I announced I was going to try to become a vegan. What most people don't realize is that it's very possible, ...
Views: 873(3 votes) - Supporting Local Flavors - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from DIYA soodIn the last 10 years Americans have seen a boom in local food markets and for good reason. While Americans continue to buy more fast food, they still expect perfect ingredients and they are finding them. So why are they turning to their local markets more and more? In a nutshell they want ...
Views: 839 - Plan A Chinese New Year Party To Ring In The Year Of The Monkey - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Raj KamtaIf you went to China to ring in the new year, you’d be overwhelmed by a frenzy of family, festivities, food and fireworks! On Jan. 22, as the Chinese say goodbye to the Year of the Ram, you can bring a little bit of China into your home by celebrating the beginning of the Year of the Monkey. A ...
Views: 1165 - The Wonderful World of Peanuts - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from ABHISHEK ABROLBefore I begin with the history of peanuts you should probably know that the peanut is not a nut. The "pea"nut is actually more closely related to the pea. It is a member of the legumes family. Also, peanuts do not grow in trees like nuts do. They grow on the ground. They start out as flowers, ...
Views: 1034 - Pineapples: The Healing Fruit Of The Tropics (includes A Recipe For Pina-Banana Orange Smoothie - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from ani DhantaFor a natural and tasty way to improve your health and boost your healing capacity, add fresh pineapple and pineapple juice to your diet. Pineapples are nutritionally packed members of the bromeliad family. This delightful tropical fruit is high in the enzyme bromelain and the antioxidant ...
Views: 1241 - Regional Cuisine Hunan Cuisine - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Arvinder SinghHunan cuisine shares many commonalities with its close, more well-known cousin, Szechwan cooking, Both cuisines originate in the Western region of China. The climate there is sub-tropical – humid and warm enough to encourage the use of fiery spices to help cool the body, and to require high ...
Views: 1053 - Solving The 7 Most Common Whole Wheat Bread Baking Mistakes - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from DIYA soodLet’s face it EVERY cook makes mistakes (yes, even us professional bakers make boo boo’s). I’m going to list here, the 7 most common whole wheat bread baking mistakes that you’re probably making, or might make if you’re not forewarned, and what you can do about them. Whole Wheat Bread Baking ...
Views: 1234 - Top 10 Mistakes When Buying Seafood - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from alka ranaThe best way to break down the mistakes that are done when buying seafood is to look at each type of seafood and the characteristics it should have when you purchase it. You should buy high quality seafood whether it is fresh or frozen and these tips on what to look for to keep you from making ...
Views: 846 - The Scoop on Local Ice Cream - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Henry VerdenOne of my fondest memories of growing up was the ice cream truck slowly cruising through my neighborhood on those hot summer days. The sound of The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down or The Entertainer played through tinny speakers would send kids scrambling in every direction to get a quarter before ...
Views: 2394 - How To Make The Healthiest Pasta On The Planet - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Eve Zhuyou want to make a thoroughly healthy, tasty and simple pasta for all the family, then try this one below. Always a success with every age! 1. Buy certified organic spelt pasta. Freshly made is best, but alternatively, nothing beats the flavours of certified organic pasta. 2. Slowly simmer 3 ...
Views: 1586 - Top Raw Food Recipes For Teenagers - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Eve Zhu. Breakfast * Green Drink: Juice lots of kale, celery and apple. * Chocolate Smoothie: nut milk, 3-4 dates, a bunch of strawberries, 3 bananas, a small amount of vanilla pod, 1 tblspn raw carob powder, 1/2 tblspn raw cacao powder. Blend. Serve. * Muesli: Raw oats, dried sultanas, dried mango, ...
Views: 1803 - Delicious Homemade Doggie Treats That Will Keep Your Pet Happy And Healthy - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from brian spilnerThe holidays are approaching quicker than you know, and it seems it will soon be the season for baking cookies and treats. Don’t leave your dog out of these times of fun; go ahead and have some fun with the kids as you make yummy treats that your dog will absolutely adore! Doggie ...
Views: 1119 - Garlic: A Quick Guide - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Arvinder SinghGarlic, there's nothing like the smell of garlic. It's great in soups and sauces, roasted with meats or on its own, and it's wonderful mixed with butter and slathered on bread and then baked. The scientific name for garlic is Allium Sativum. It is related to the lily and the onion. Although ...
Views: 854 - Turn Your Love Of Chocolate From A Secret Pleasure To A Fun Social Event - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from santosh kumarFew words evoke the emotional enthusiasm people feel toward chocolate. It has a treasured place in our personal collection of memories - the Easter baskets, the birthday treats, the candy displays at Christmas, the heart that told you someone loves you. It started young. During our special ...
Views: 1076 - The Demand For Apron Sinks - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Vipul BhagtaHomeowners like apron sinks for a variety of reasons including the traditional ambiance they give to a home. The demand for apron sinks has grown tremendously over the past decade and that is reflected by the increased variety and designs of apron sink manufacturers. Apron sinks are typically ...
Views: 1166 - How To Carve A Turkey - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from alka ranaTo someone who is just learning to cook, this topic may seem like one of the hardest meals you will ever have to prepare. Needless to say, if you’re having a turkey there’s usually company involved which means a number of hungry people are relying on you to prepare a great meal. This ...
Views: 880 - The Lowdown On Barbeque - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Tarsem SinghBarbeque, in the southern and Midwest parts of the United States, consists of slow-cooking meat over indirect heat. Chicken, beef, pork, sausage, ham, and ribs can all be barbequed - even mutton is sometimes barbequed, at least in Kentucky. With so many ways to make so many dishes, the perfect ...
Views: 1051 - Spanish Food - How To Make Spicy Gazpacho Soup. - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Jivinder SabherwalHome-made soups are so good for you - all that nourishing stock and chock-a-block full of vitamins and minerals. But ... who on earth could face boiling bones for hours on end during the scorching Spanish summer weather, not to mention preparing the soup once the stock is made? I don´t ...
Views: 1391(2 votes) - Cantonese Regional Cuisine - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Khush SinghEasily the most well-known of the Chinese regional cuisines, Cantonese cuisine comes from the region around Canton in Southern China. Simple spices and a wide variety of foods used in cooking characterize Cantonese cuisine. Of all the Chinese regions, Canton (Guangdong province) has the most ...
Views: 937 - Puerto Rican Cuisine - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Sonia SoodPuerto Rico is an island nation that is officially a territory of the United States. Puerto Rican cuisine has evolved from several strong influences, including those of the original peoples, such as the Tainos, and the Spanish conquerors that drove most of the natives out and enslaved the ...
Views: 1241 - Preparing Lobster Tails - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Vipul BhagtaLobster, once the food of poor farmers, is now considered a special treat for many. Although some people prefer the meaty claws, I think that lobster tails are the best tasting part of this delicious creature. A great meal of lobster tails might seem like a gourmet feast to your guests, but they ...
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